25 Feb To be an active participant in our democracy and in your community, its important to be knowledgeable about the origins and development of the U.S. Constitution along with the context of
To be an active participant in our democracy and in your community, it’s important to be knowledgeable about the origins and development of the U.S. Constitution along with the context of the times in which it was written. On the Influences on the U.S. Constitution Worksheet, explain the historical, political, philosophical, and economic influences on the development of the U.S. Constitution.
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Influences on the U.S. Constitution
Imagine that you have been asked to teach a class on U.S. history at the local community college. Prepare a lecture in which you explain the historical, political, philosophical, and economic influences on the development of the U.S. Constitution.
Respond to the question prompts in Sections 1 through 3 of this assignment in the form of a lecture you would give to the class to explain the each of the topics.
Section 1: Important Documents
Select 2 of the documents below:
· Articles of Confederation
· Declaration of Independence
· English Bill of Rights
· Magna Carta
· Mayflower Compact
Prompt: Describe the documents and explain their importance. Which document do you believe is the most important influence on the Constitution? (350- to 525-words)
Section 2: Philosophers and Philosophies
Select 2 of the philosophers below:
· Baron de Montesquieu
· John Locke
· Thomas Hobbes
· William Blackstone
Describe who they were and why they were important. How did their writings influence the Constitution? (350- to 525-words)
Section 3: Events and Movements
Select 2 of the events below:
· England’s Parliament
· Protestant Reformation
· European Enlightenment
Explain the events or movements and their importance. Describe their influence on the Constitution. (350- to 525-words)
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